How do I... Find History & Culture Resources

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Here you will find information about library resources focused on history, cultural studies, genealogy, and more.

Databases for History & Culture Research

Find links and descriptions for relevant history and culture databases, both freely available and by subscription. 		Image of Native Americans on horseback

History & Culture Research Guides

Explore curated lists of history and culture resources compiled by staff at various Smithsonian Libraries branches. 		Image of a biplane

Ancestry Library Edition

Ancestry Library Edition provides institutional access to the same data and records as a personal Ancestry.com subscription. Here you will find resources with detailed information on how to use Ancestry Library Edition. 		Photograph of the Roosevelt family